Unlocking Vitality: Why Relationships are Critical for Well-being
As families who want our kids to grow up healthy and strong, most families are aware of the everyday habits that we do to keep ourselves and our kids healthy....
Relationships
The Vital Role of Freely Given Relationships in the Health of Our Loved Ones
A s social creatures, our survival and well-being are heavily reliant on connection. But, as the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted, isolation and disconnection can take a toll on our mental...
Let’s Talk Inclusion
What Is Inclusion? [ in-kloo-zhuhn ] Inclusion is the practice of educating all students together – students with disabilities and students without disabilities – side-by-side in the general education setting...
Fostering Healthy Relationships: What Do You Do if You Suspect Abuse?
If someone is involved in a relationship that is not good for them, one of the most important strategies for a healthy future is to talk to someone who they...
Fostering Healthy Relationships Part 2: Establishing Healthy Boundaries for Touch
Everyone has sensory feelings surrounding touch; some may love it, while others loathe it. Be sure to also check out our Parenting Special Needs video too!!! (scroll down) In the...
Let’s Recognize and Celebrate How Special Siblings Are
NATIONAL SIBLINGS DAY National Siblings Day (also referred to as Sibling Day) is observed on April 10.  It is a day created to honor our brothers and our sisters. To honor...
Supporting Teen Behavior and Loving Relationships
Supporting Teen Behavior and Loving Relationships What happened to my loving, cooperative child? Many parents of children with special needs find themselves frustrated when their tried-and true strategies stop working...
Teen Dating: Violence Can Happen: Understanding the 3 Cs in a Healthy Relationship
Teen Dating There are young people across the world who are currently in abusive relationships and don’t know what to do about it. What does teen dating violence look like...
Reluctantly Related: 5 Tips to Help You be Thankful, not Resentful, this Holiday.
Does the thought of spending Thanksgiving with your in-laws send you running for the hills? You’re not alone…
Help Prepare Your Child Emotionally for Life
Question: How do I prepare my child emotionally for the future? Answer: A child with special needs will go through the same emotional stages as other children. It is important...
